The Historic Restaurant In South Dakota Where You Can Still Experience The Wild West
Annie
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If you have ever studied state history (or U.S. history, for that matter), you know that South Dakota was once filled with many unsavory characters and – er, “colorful” – businesses that made the Wild West what it was. While SoDak is no longer as primitive as it once was, some businesses still pay homage to that topsy-turvy time, including an oyster bar in Deadwood – Oyster Bay, one of the most historic restaurants in South Dakota where you can still experience the Wild West.
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What are some historic restaurants in South Dakota?
South Dakota has some pretty legendary historic towns. And in those towns are long-standing restaurants that have just as many stories to tell as the towns themselves. Here are a few of our favorite historic restaurants in South Dakota:
- Deadwood Legends Steakhouse, Deadwood, SD: Deadwood is an iconic gold town in South Dakota. The iconic Silverado Franklin Hotel was built on the site of one of the first discoveries of gold in the town in 1902. Deadwood Legends Steakhouse is the hotel's restaurant. Over the years, some of America's most notable people stayed at this hotel and ate at this restaurant. You'll recognize Buffalo Bill, John Wayne, Babe Ruth, William Taft, and Theodore Roosevelt. Today, it is still a thriving hot spot with delicious food.
- Bank Coffee House, Custer, SD: This historic establishment was originally the First National Bank of Dakota Territory Bank, which was established in 1881. Roll up to the teller's window and steal yourself a gourmet coffee - Wild West-style. (Don't steal it though or they'll throw you in the vault) The coffee shop maintains its old-world charm while filling its halls with the delicious scent of freshly brewed coffee.
- Goss Opera House, Watertown, SD: The Goss Opera House opened one month after South Dakota received its statehood in 1905. It has been an iconic building ever since. Today, there may not be many operas being sung within its walls, but it is an excellent restaurant, bar, coffee shop, and special event venue. The prime rib dinner is melt-in-your-mouth and the dessert selection will have you signing. You can enjoy live music in the bar on Thursday and Friday nights as well.
After a nice meal at one of these historic restaurants in SD, go on a breathtaking badlands adventure with this private sunset stargazing tour.